Nicaragua

In Nicaragua, education is free and compulsory for all children aged 6 to 14. Primary education consists of six years and secondary education is divided into two cycles of three years each. Higher education is offered at universities, polytechnic institutes, and specialized institutions. However, Nicaragua has the highest rate of illiteracy in Central America with a reported 32% of the population being unable to read or write. This high illiteracy rate can be attributed to a lack of resources available to public schools and the fact that many children are unable to attend school due to poverty. The Nicaraguan government has made efforts in recent years to improve access to quality education by increasing investment in infrastructure and teacher training opportunities. Additionally, the government has implemented programs such as the National Literacy Program which seeks to reduce illiteracy among adults by providing literacy classes for those over 16 years old. Check educationvv for Nicaragua Education and Training.